Bigi Pan Eco Lodge

Bigi Pan Eco Lodge

Bigi Pan is a nature protected area located on the west coast of Suriname and has a size of 68.000 ha. Big Pan, which means Big Lake, is an area formed out of creeks, mangroves and swamps. This area is a rich feeding source for more than 120 different bird species, who migrate from the north to escape the cold winters. The most famous bird at Bigi Pan is the Red Ibis. Besides birds the area is also rich in fish and reptiles.

Highlights/ Activities

Adventurous boat trips

Kayaking

Bird spotting

Cayman spotting

Snake spotting

Fishing

Relaxing

What makes this tour special

The Bigi Pan Eco Resort is located in the middle of the Bigi Pan lake and is the first and only touristic resort in Bigi Pan. There is a breathtaking view over the lake from your balcony and you will litteraly be blown away by the everlasting breeze. During your stay at this Bigi Pan Eco resort, you will be able to do a lot of different adventurous activities. The adventure starts during the boat trip when heading for the resort, where you will spectacularly cross a dyke and chase wild life.The complete resort is build out of wood and has 10 double rooms, each with its own toilet and 2-single beds. There is a dining area and a shared bathroom and, electricity is limited, it is generated by solar panels and is mainly used for lighting.

Depending on the season and water level, the following activities are offered:

Bird spotting**

Cayman- & Snake spotting

Sightseeing trip

Mud-bath

Traditional Fishing

Kayaking

** The amount and type of bird species in this area is strongly dependent on the season.

This tour is mostly done during sunset, our guide will take you to the sleeping place of the Scarlet Ibis, and Herons. You can then see how birds from all over come to this location where they will spend the night.

The Bigi Pan Eco Resort is located in the middle of the Bigi Pan lake and is the first and only touristic resort in Bigi Pan. There is a breathtaking view over the lake from your balcony and you will litteraly be blown away by the everlasting breeze. During your stay at this Bigi Pan Eco resort, you will be able to do a lot of different adventurous activities. The adventure starts during the boat trip when heading for the resort, where you will spectacularly cross a dyke and chase wild life.The complete resort is build out of wood and has 10 double rooms, each with its own toilet and 2-single beds. There is a dining area and a shared bathroom and, electricity is limited, it is generated by solar panels and is mainly used for lighting.

Depending on the season and water level, the following activities are offered:

Bird spotting**

Cayman- & Snake spotting

Sightseeing trip

Mud-bath

Traditional Fishing

Kayaking

** The amount and type of bird species in this area is strongly dependent on the season.

• Employment and tourism education for local communities (100% of employees are local)• Supporting the fight against illegal hunting and fishing (tourism offers the alternative)• Supporting the local economy by buying everything local

Most tour operators (like Orange Travel) list their rates in Euro.The most advantageous way to pay is cash or by bank* in Euro.Followed by cash in SRD or U$D, then POS in SRD * and finally a credit card payment **.

* If there are any additional bank charges, these should be paid by the customer. If it turns out that not the full agreed amount is credited to our account, the difference should still be paid before participating or checking in.

** When using POS (our machine only excepts SRD) we will use the daily exchange rate of the cambio’s. As these sometimes differ significantly from the rate your- and our bank uses, you can come out worse between 10% and 30% (in this Orange Travel has no benefit, yet influence).

*** All credit card payments are processed in U$D and a bank fee is added. The fee for Visa and MasterCard is 5% (in this Orange Travel has no benefit, yet influence). This payment method requires you to show your passport.